History of Uran

History of Uran City dates back to the time of Goddess Uranavati. The city has been named after the Goddess. Earlier, Uran was called Urvarntavan. This place was called Uruvan, during the rule of Peshwa Madhavrao.

Later on, this place was named Ooran by the Portuguese and British. Through centuries, the city of Uran has been under the rule of various dynasties including Chalukyas, Yadavs, Mauryas, Portuguese, Marathas and British.